Mar 28, 2024  
Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 
    
Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Nursing

  
  • N 712 Informatics and Quality Improvement

    This course focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to manage and analyze individual and aggregate data for the appraisal of quality outcomes on which healthcare improvement decisions are made, implemented and further evaluated. Computer programs and software relevant to nursing practice, project management, leadership and research will be explored. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s):  

    N 806  

    NLAB 806  Project Planning 

     

  
  • N 720 Analytical Methods

    The course will prepare the DNP student to gain a foundational understanding in statistical concepts, statistical analysis and practical applications toward planning for the DNP scholarly project. This course will provide an in-depth examination of inferential statistics, both parametric and nonparametric as well as multivariate statistics. Statistical data analysis will be conducted through the use of statistical software. Quantitative research perspectives incorporating statistical applications to nursing research will be evaluated through the literature. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): N 733  
  
  • N 726 Translational Research

    This course explores the necessary skills for utilizing research to support practice change, through analysis of theoretical underpinnings and current evidence for proposing practice change. Emphasis is on synthesizing clinical evidence and translating this knowledge into identification of best practices to improve healthcare outcomes and delivery. This course culminates in a systematic review of evidence-based research to a selected topic of interest.   Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): N 733  
    Corequisite(s): N 805 and NLAB 805 Project Seminar
  
  • N 732 Roles and Issues in Advanced Practice Management

    This course assists the DNP student in developing an advanced practice role and analyzing factors influencing advanced practice. Topics include leadership in primary care; business, finance and economic aspects of primary care management; influence of health law; and quality improvement through the use of clinical practice guidelines, outcomes and evaluation. Credit(s): 3

  
  • N 733 Roles and Issues of the DNP

    This course will examine the expected qualities and competencies required to fill the role of the DNP. Students will begin developing essential skills needed to conduct and complete a practice-focused project, which is the final deliverable of the degree. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): N 720  
  
  • N 771 Clinical Research Proposal

    This course is intended to assist the DNP student in developing a clinically significant proposal to conduct a small yet clinically significant research project in primary care. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): N 725 
  
  • N 806 Project Planning

    This course will focus on the organization and refinement of all aspects of the doctoral project design, including clinical evidence, implementation and evaluation by providing students with the support and direction needed to develop a comprehensive, site-specific project plan. Course content will include preparation for a project proposal defense. A minimum of 125 hours will be spent in a clinical immersion experience that will support the student’s project. Clinical immersion objectives and activities will be mutually developed by the student and the faculty. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): N 805 Project Seminar 

    N 726  

  
  • NLAB 699 Independent Study: Practicum in Advanced Practice Issues

    This course is designed to provide a basis for advanced study of the evolving status of advanced practice nursing by exploring issues and identifying trends that influence the profession. The course includes participation in clinical or research process. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 clinical

  
  • NLAB 784 Advanced Practice Synthesis I

    This course is an integrative clinical course that encompasses the students’ previous education and allows them to begin to develop expertise in their selected specialty track. Credit(s): 1.5

    Prerequisite(s): NPLB 680  or PMH 695  for BSN-DNP only
  
  • NLAB 785 Advanced Practice Synthesis II

    This course is an integrative clinical course that encompasses the students’ previous education and allows them to achieve expertise in their selected specialty track. Credit(s): 1.5

    Pre- or Corequisite(s): NLAB 784  must be taken prior to or in conjunction with NLAB 785

Nursing - Nurse-Midwifery

  
  • NM 610 Primary Care of Women

    The intent of this course is to assist the student in developing and applying knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences related to the nurse-midwifery management process in the primary care of women. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in NMLB 610 is required
  
  • NM 620 Comprehensive Antepartal Care

    The intent of this course is to assist the student in developing and applying knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences of the nurse-midwifery management process in the comprehensive antepartal care of women. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in NMLB 620 is required
  
  • NM 640 Comprehensive Perinatal Care

    The intent of this course is to assist the student in developing knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences of the nurse-midwifery management process in comprehensive perinatal care. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in NMLB 640 is required
  
  • NM 652 Evidence-Based Practice Project

    This is the capstone course for the graduate credential in the Nurse-Midwifery program. It provides the opporunity for students to integrate and influence the knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences related to the documentation and analysis of evidence-based and interprofessional practice in primary care and comprehensive perinatal care. The evidence-based practice project will utilize perinatal case studies to analyze the relationship between evidence-based practice and the optimality of outcomes. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): NM 640 
  
  • NM 660 Advanced Nurse-Midwifery Role Development

    The intent of this course is to assist the student in acquiring and applying the knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences of the professional behaviors associated with the practice of advanced/specialized nursing. Credit(s): 1

  
  • NMLB 630 Nurse-Midwifery Practicum

    The intent of this course is to assist the student in applying knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences of the nurse-midwifery management process in primary care and comprehensive antepartal care. Credit(s): 3

  
  • NMLB 651 Integrated Midwifery Internship

    This final clinical course in the Midwifery program provides the opporunity for the student to integrate and influence the knowledge, skills, values and meanings related to the nurse-midwifery management process in primary care, comprehensive antepartal care and comprehensive perinatal care. The number of clinical hours associated with this five credit course will be at least 300 hours but will be dependent upon the number of clinical experiences in full-scope midwifery practice necessary to attain competency as assessed by nurse-midwifery faculty. Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): NM 640 

Nursing - Psychiatric Mental-Health

  
  • PMH 635 Foundations of Psychotherapy

    This course introduces students to the role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in the delivery of psychotherapy. A broad theoretical foundation of psychotherapies for individuals, families and groups is presented. Students will have the opportunity to participate in simulated individual and group therapy sessions. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PMH 641 Adult Mental Health with Practicum

    This course applies knowledge derived from foundational psychiatric nurse practitioner courses to assess, diagnose and utilize pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies for adult behavioral and psychiatric mental health problems in a variety of settings. Attention will be given to collaborative best practices and concerns surrounding legal, ethical, regulatory and policy issues with this population.  This course requires 120 Clinical Hours. Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): NP 525  PMH 635  
    Corequisite(s): PMHL 641 Adult Mental Health.
  
  • PMH 661 Management of Complex Mental Health

    This course addresses the management of patients with complex behavioral and psychiatric mental health problems encountered in a variety of settings across the lifespan. Content will focus on treatment options, both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic, along with evidence-based practice guidelines, interprofessional collaboration and ethical/legal processes. This course will include 120 hours of clinical practice.  Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): PMH 641  

    PMH 680  

  
  • PMH 680 Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Practice

    This course applies knowledge derived from foundational psychiatric nurse practitioner courses to assess, diagnosis and utilize pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies for children and adolescents with behavioral and psychiatric mental health problems in a variety of settings. Attention will be given to collaborative best practices and concerns surrounding legal, ethical, regulatory and policy issues with this population.  This course includes 120 clinical hours.

      Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): NP 525  PMH 635  

     
    Corequisite(s): PMHL-680 Management of PMH:  Child and Adolescent Practicum.
    Pre- or Corequisite(s):  

     

  
  • PMH 685 Geriatric Psychiatric Mental-Health Nursing Theory

    The course is designed to assist the student in developing knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences associated with positively influencing the lived health experience of a geriatric population experiencing concurrent mental illness and/or cognitive decline. Health promotion strategies, assessment measures, through individual, family and group therapy modalities with this population will be discussed. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PMH 695 Advanced Nurse Practitioner Practicum in Psychiatric Mental-Health Nursing

    The didactic and clinical components of this course are designed to provide the psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences beyond the MSN prepared psychiatric mental-health clinical nurse specialist role in relation to differential diagnosis and psychotropic medication management (prescriptive authority). The PMHNP role includes assessment, health promotion, diagnosis, planning, medication management and ongoing evaluation of psychiatric mental-health clients across the lifespan in a variety of settings to include primary care sites. Pharmacotherapy principles and psychosocial factors that influence patients’ compliance with, and response to, drug therapy are addressed. The practicum applies differential diagnosis and medication management principles to acute and chronic psychiatric clients and fulfills the requirement for the American Nurses Credentialing Certification PMHNP exam. Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): N 550  and NPLB 580 
    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in PMHL 695 is required
  
  • PMH 700 Depth Psychotherapy: Caring for the Soul

    This course provides a re-visioning of mental health care that moves beyond the medical model of symptom management to identifying the underlying issues in the basic structures of the individual personality. An introduction to depth psychology provides an understanding of deeper levels of experience within the therapeutic interaction, as well as the individual self of both therapist and client. The therapeutic space, therapeutic relationship, early developmental traumas, display of affect, dream interpretation, mythology, body-oriented therapy and expressive therapy are essential components to process-oriented depth psychotherapy. Permission of instructor is required for students outside of the graduate nursing programs. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PMH 645 
  
  • PMHL 670 Psychiatric Mental-Health Nursing: Group, Family and Community Practicum

    This course provides opportunity for the student to apply knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences to positively influence the lived experience of individuals with common psychiatric mental health conditions and disordered interpersonal skills through the modality of family, group and community mental health principles. Select theoretical frameworks will guide therapy approaches. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in PMH 665  is required
  
  • PMHL 692 Elective Practicum in Psychiatric Mental-Health Nursing

    This course allows the student to apply knowledge, skills, values, meanings and experiences to positively influence the lived experience of a population of their choice with common psychiatric mental health conditions. Individual, family and group psychiatric therapies will be applied across the lifespan in populations such as geriatric, adolescent and child, or persons with substance abuse problems in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Credit(s): 2


Occupational Therapy

  
  • OT 522 Foundations of Occupational Therapy

    This course introduces students to the profession of occupational therapy through the discussion of its history, philosophy, values, methods and broad theories of occupational performance. Students learn to describe therapists’ roles with different populations in a variety of settings, use professional terminology and analyze occupational development across the life span. Credit(s): 4

  
  • OT 523 Therapeutic Occupation

    This course covers the information and methods of using occupations as therapeutic modalities. Using a hands-on approach, students learn how to use their observation and interview skills to collect information from clients. They also learn how to apply principles and methods of activity analysis and synthesis to design customized plans intended to help clients perform occupations when they cannot be performed in the familiar way. Students apply theoretical principles and research-based methods to instruct others effectively. Credit(s): 2

  
  • OT 524 Occupation and Movement

    This course addresses the basic anatomical, kinesiological and physiological structures and how they influence movement and occupational performance through the use of the cadaver lab, skills lab, and lecture. Basic concepts of biomechanics are introduced as well as how environmental/contextual factors may influence activity and motion. Throughout the course, an emphasis is placed on how human structure supports human function across environmental contexts and activity. In addition to the foundational elements of movement and how they influence occupation, students also examine how various conditions (orthopedic and medical) may impact movement and ultimately participation in a variety of occupations. Credit(s): 4

  
  • OT 525 Fundamentals of Scholarly Inquiry

    This course introduces basic concepts of clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice and critical analysis. It gives students an introduction to interview and observation through the lens of qualitative research methods. The course is presented through in-class lecture and discussion, practical exercises and readings. Credit(s): 3

    Corequisite(s): OT 523 
  
  • OT 526 Foundational Case Groups I

    This small group, problem-based learning course teaches students to analyze cases that draw on content from multiple foundation unit courses. The overarching focus is to develop critical thinking skills, informatics skills and professional behavior appropriate for a small group setting. Credit(s): 1

  
  • OT 527 Community Application with Individuals

    Students with the help of site facilitators and faculty members will help an individual explore their occupational performance. In order to accomplish this task, students will integrate content and skills gained through courses in the first semester of the SUDOT program. Each student will utilize appropriate skills such as observation, interviewing, biomechanical evaluation (active range of motion and strength) and activity analysis. Additionally, students will demonstrate an understanding of the role of occupational therapy by designing client-centered, occupation-based activities. Credit(s): 2

  
  • OT 531 Scholarly Inquiry: Quantitative Design and Analysis

    This course focuses on the development of skills to validate practice, evaluate evidence and inform clinical decisions. This course introduces designs in the experimental (or quantitative) tradition and statistical analysis that are typical in OT research. Students are introduced to statistical software. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 525 
  
  • OT 532 Neuro-Occupation

    Neuro-occupation emphasizes the dynamic interactions between the central nervous system and occupation. Upon completion of this course, students have an understanding of the neuro-anatomical, neuro-chemical and neuro-physiological concepts that influence daily performance areas. Through clinical cases, review of research, lecture, and clinical application sessions, students learn about neurological conditions and the interplay between neurological functions, occupational performance and meaningfulness. Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): OT 524 
  
  • OT 534 Analysis of Health and Occupation

    This course is based on the philosophy and research about the relationship between occupations and health. Students discuss theories and models that link occupation to individual, public health, and health changes.. The impact of various conditions on occupational performance is discussed. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): OT 522 
  
  • OT 535 Management and Systems in Occupational Therapy Settings

    This course is designed to introduce, examine, and develop skills necessary for health care management and administration. An emphasis is placed on concepts of systems management and leadership as they relate to the management of services. In addition, the role of the occupational therapy supervisor/manager this course emphasizes leadership, communication, budgeting, program development and evaluation, staffing, reimbursement, quality care, policy and procedure development, cost containment, current trends in health care, productivity, entrepreneurship and professional ethics. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 522 , OT 524  and OT 527 
  
  • OT 536 Foundational Case Groups II

    This small group, problem-based learning course teaches students to analyze cases drawing on content from multiple foundation unit courses. The overarching focus is to develop clinical reasoning skills which include an understanding of the links between occupational performance, disease/disability, health/wellness, and the systems in which individuals function. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): OT 526 
  
  • OT 537 Community Application in Systems

    Community application sessions integrate semester content and skills through on-site sessions in community agencies. Students and faculty evaluate systems and community-based programs that meet the diverse needs of individuals with various medical conditions. A major focus of learning and programs is the governmental, community and agency systems that impact service to individuals and groups. This course integrates content through reports and projects for the agencies that are considered capstone projects. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): OT 527 
    Corequisite(s): OT 536 
  
  • OT 621 Scholarly Inquiry: Development and Evaluation of Therapeutic Programs

    The course emphasizes program development and program evaluation in OT. Students work with a faculty mentor to establish the components of a specialized occupational therapy program with an evaluation component for a specified client population. Content is presented through in-class lecture and discussion and practical exercises in order to develop the student’s clinical reasoning, ability to critique scholarly literature and understand scientific methods. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): OT 531 
  
  • OT 623 Occupational Therapy in Biomechanical and Neurological Practice

    This is a practice-oriented course designed to develop competencies in occupational therapy evaluation and intervention with an emphasis on adult clients with a variety of neurological, general medical and orthopedic disorders. Students explore the intervention process while utilizing a variety of models of practice. Students select and administer standardized and non-standardized assessment tools and use information for the purpose of treatment planning and determining the effectiveness of intervention strategies adopted. Students become familiar with the application of various models of practice and explore a variety of intervention strategies and activities for both the remediation of and adaptation to occupational performance deficits. In addition, the course incorporates documentation, family and caregiver support and education, environmental modifications, discharge planning and working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): OT 523 , OT 524  and OT 532 
    Corequisite(s): OT 624 
  
  • OT 624 Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Practice

    This is a practice-oriented course designed to develop student competence with implementation of the occupational therapy process for clients with a variety of mental health conditions across the lifespan. Applications to assessment and treatment within various psychiatric treatment settings are emphasized while utilizing both occupation and non-occupation-based frameworks to guide clinical reasoning, including Person-Environment-Occupation (PEO) and Recovery models. Individual and group programming modalities will be understood in the context of the lived experience of individuals with mental illness and their families to prepare students for delivery of effective client and family-centered care in traditional and non-traditional behavioral health environments. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 523 , OT 524 , and OT 532 
    Corequisite(s): OT 623 
  
  • OT 625 Occupational Performance and Participation: Children

    This practice-oriented course provides students with an overview of occupational therapy in the area of pediatrics. Emphasis is placed on the child and family in the context of environment and cultures as well as the effect of disability on occupational performance. Evaluation, intervention planning and intervention techniques from a variety of theoretical perspectives are explored. Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): OT 523 , OT 524  and OT 532 
  
  • OT 626 Basic Case Groups

    This small group, problem-based learning course teaches students to analyze cases drawing on content from multiple basic unit courses. The overarching focus is to further develop clinical reasoning skills by applying evidence-based evaluation, intervention and documentation skills to complex cases. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): OT 536 
  
  • OT 628 Basic Level One Fieldwork

    This is the first in a series of four fieldwork experiences where students are assigned to a qualified professional for a minimum of 48 hours in a traditional or emerging practice setting. The student will develop comfort level with, and understanding of, the needs of clients, and practice foundational skills taught in the previous two semesters. Students will demonstrate professional behaviors, implement personally designed learning objectives and tasks, and actively participate in service provision with clients commensurate with their learning to date. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): OT 523 , OT 524  and OT 532 
  
  • OT 630 Scholarly Inquiry: Application

    This is the program capstone course designed to give students the opportunity to gather evidence for occupational therapy methods. Content is presented through in-class lecture, discussion and practical exercises. The course focuses on the development of projects related to evidence-based practice. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 621 
  
  • OT 631 Specialization: Occupational Therapy with Children

    This is an advanced pediatric course about occupational therapy practice in specific practice areas. Advanced theories, evaluation, and intervention methods are covered. Students critique research and evidence for occupational therapy effectiveness in pediatrics. To integrate theory, evaluation, planning and implementation, students work with a child and family in the community as their final project. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 625 
  
  • OT 633 Environmental Interventions

    This course instructs students in the assessment and application of environmental interventions. Students learn about theories, funding and legislation, documentation and research evidence. Students learn how to collaborate with clients to select and modify environmental interventions, advocate for funding and policies supporting environmental interventions and educate clients on their use to improve their occupational performance. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 523 , OT 524 , OT 532 , OT 623  and OT 624 
  
  • OT 634 Policy and Advocacy

    This course gives students the skills necessary to analyze federal, state, and organizational policies. Major policies that impact occupational therapy and other health professions are analyzed. Advocacy, both on behalf of clients and the profession, is explored. The course is presented in the context of the major systems with which occupational therapists interact. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 623 , OT 624  and OT 625 
  
  • OT 635 Specialization: Occupational Therapy for Adults

    This course emphasizes evidence based, in-depth strategies for occupational therapy assessment and treatment in special topic areas. Content includes, but is not limited to, the theory and application of physical agent modalities, advanced splinting techniques, the role of OT with individuals with low vision, and emerging practice areas such as tele-rehabilitation, adult well-elderly and community based services. Additionally, content emphasizes occupational therapy practice with the aging population. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 623  and OT 624 
  
  • OT 638 Bridge Level One Fieldwork

    This is the second in a series of fieldwork experiences where students are assigned to a qualified professional for a minimum of 48 hours in a traditional or emerging practice setting. This course involves practicing basic therapeutic skills learned in the previous semester. Students will build on their previous fieldwork by designing more complex personal learning objectives and tasks, and being more actively involved in service provision with clients commensurate with their learning to date. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): OT 523 , OT 524  and OT 532 
  
  • OT 640 Level Two Fieldwork

    The purpose of Level II fieldwork is to provide occupational therapy students with the opportunity to apply the academic knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to selected clinical settings under the supervision of a practicing clinician. Placements are selected to expose students to a variety of client ages and diagnoses and clinical settings, and provide experiences that promote clinical reasoning, professionalism and reflective, ethical practice. The goal of these placements is to produce competent, entry-level, generalist therapists. The American Occupational Therapy Association requires that Level II fieldwork be the equivalent of 24 full-time weeks and each of these courses involves 12 weeks of full-time supervised clinical practice. After completion of both fieldwork courses, students return to campus for sessions to prepare them for the registration exam and facilitate their transition to professional life. These two fieldwork courses may be taken in any order. Credit(s): 6 each course.

    Prerequisite(s): OT 628  and OT 638 
  
  • OT 641 Level Two Fieldwork

    The purpose of Level II fieldwork is to provide occupational therapy students with the opportunity to apply the academic knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to selected clinical settings under the supervision of a practicing clinician. Placements are selected to expose students to a variety of client ages and diagnoses and clinical settings, and provide experiences that promote clinical reasoning, professionalism and reflective, ethical practice. The goal of these placements is to produce competent, entry-level, generalist therapists. The American Occupational Therapy Association requires that Level II fieldwork be the equivalent of 24 full-time weeks and each of these courses involves 12 weeks of full-time supervised clinical practice. After completion of both fieldwork courses, students return to campus for sessions to prepare them for the registration exam and facilitate their transition to professional life. These two fieldwork courses may be taken in any order. Credit(s): 6 each course.

    Prerequisite(s): OT 628  and OT 638 
  
  • OT 643 Elective Level Two Fieldwork

    This course gives students the opportunity to experience a unique area of clinical occupational therapy. Same description and prerequisites as OT 640  and OT 641 . Credit(s): 4 to 6

  
  • OT 650 Independent Study in Occupational Therapy

    In-depth exploration of an occupational therapy topic with a faculty advisor. Credit(s): 1 to 3

  
  • OT 701 Experiential Learning & Professionalism

    This course introduces students to the experiential learning component of the occupational therapy curriculum. Students will also learn about professional ethics, values, and responsibilities and how to maintain professionalism in the classroom, the community and virtually. Students will learn how to use software for clinical education management and will engage in interviews, resume writing, role playing, critical thinking and reflective thinking. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the OTD program 
  
  • OT 721 Level I Experience Community

    Through application of scientific and theoretical knowledge, the OT Process will be applied in various populations and settings. Practical and emotional skills will be required to observe, evaluate and develop effective treatment plans to meet the needs of individuals, communities and populations. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of prior OTD coursework. 
  
  • OT 765 Application of Learning Theories in OT

    This course explores learning theories and their application in occupational therapy educational and clinical settings.  The use of educational technology will be integrated with methods of teaching to develop the skills necessary to provide effective and efficient education for the consumers, clients and students of tomorrow. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the OTD-PP program
  
  • OT 770 Advanced Practice and Writing in OT

    This course prepares occupational therapists to produce writing for the advanced purposes of research, publication and program development. Students will explore the writing process, refine the writing styles required for scholarly work and effectively evaluate scholarly writing. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the OTD-PP program
  
  • OT 785 Occupational Science

    This course examines the scientific discipline of occupational science through a lens by which humans are understood as occupational beings. Learners will apply concepts of occupational science to analyze occupational behavior and the orchestration of daily occupations across the lifespan according to historical, symbolic, cultural and social systems. Learners will gain an appreciation of the primary mission of occupational science as related to the practice of occupational therapy while considering social and health problems of individuals, communities and organizations. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the OTD-PP program
  
  • OT 870 Post-Professional Capstone Design

    This course guides students through the process of designing an individual doctoral capstone project that includes the purpose, theory and rationale. A written proposal will be developed to request approval for the project and to guide implementation in the following course. Approval of project design by faculty is required. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of OT 770
    Pre- or Corequisite(s): RST 784  
  
  • OT 880 Post-Professional Capstone Project

    This course guides the student in the implementation of their capstone project.  Students evaluate and disseminate their findings to faculty and students. Students are given the opportunity to present their findings to their professional setting or community. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): OT 870  

Performing Arts Leadership and Management

  
  • PALM 509 Foundations of Arts Management

    This course is designed to give students an overview of the nonprofit performing arts industry from a management perspective. Specific topics covered include arts and culture in community, strategic planning, governance and board development, fundraising and marketing, financial and personnel management, program development and arts education, volunteerism and cultural access, and program evaluation. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PALM 512 Arts Marketing and Audience Engagement

    This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of nonprofit performing arts marketing and audience engagement. Specific topics covered include current conditions in arts attendance, understanding performing arts audiences and consumerism, strategic marketing process and planning, communicating and delivering value, market research, new communication technology, brand identity, building customer loyalty and delivering service. Culminating class project is required. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PALM 517 Financial Management for Arts Organizations

    This course is designed to give students an in-depth understanding of nonprofit performing arts financial management. Specific topics covered include bookkeeping and nonprofit accounting fundamentals, organizational budgeting and financial reporting. Culminating class project is required. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 501 
  
  • PALM 519 Fundraising in the Arts

    This course is designed to provide students with the tools necessary to understand philanthropic giving in the arts, how to plan effective fundraising efforts and how to solicit gifts from varying sources. Specific topics covered include sources of contributed income (individuals, foundations, corporations, government agencies), fundraising planning and strategy development (donor motivations, cultivation and stewardship techniques, research and revenue projections), forms of solicitation (individual “asks,” proposal writing, direct marketing campaigns), budget preparation, and monitoring and reporting for fundraising purposes. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PALM 509  and PALM 512 
  
  • PALM 520 Institutional Planning in the Arts

    This course is designed to introduce students to organizational strategic, project and annual planning in the nonprofit performing arts field. The course will examine such topics as the concepts and processes of collaborative planning in the arts, analysis and decision-making, organizational alignment, the role of mission and vision in planning, and the design of measurement, evaluation and feedback tools. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PALM 509 
  
  • PALM 525 Governance of Arts Organizations

    This course is designed to give students an in-depth understanding of nonprofit performing arts policy issues and how organizations are governed. Specific topics covered include the legal framework for nonprofit arts organizations, understanding best practices within the nonprofit arts industry, and contemporary views of leadership and governance. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PALM 526 Leadership in the Arts I

    This course is designed to examine the leadership skills required of management and artistic leaders of professional arts organizations. The course will cover such topics as the relationship between the creative self and the leader; emotional intelligence and its role in leadership; leadership, communication, and audiences; and working with boards of directors and other key stakeholders. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PALM 528 Leadership in the Arts II

    This course is designed to examine the leadership skills required of management and artistic leaders of professional arts organizations.   Topics covered in this course include working with boards of directors, coaching staff, consensus building, community engagement, public policy and social justice in the arts.   Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PALM 526  

  
  • PALM 529 Grant Writing for the Arts

    This course is designed to develop the student’s applied research and writing skills that are required to create grant proposals for funding in the arts. Credit(s): 1.5

    Prerequisite(s): PALM 519 
  
  • PALM 595 Special Topics

    This topics course investigates a specialized area of knowledge in a class setting. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 dependent upon topic.

  
  • PALM 599 Individual Directed Research

    Individual directed research provides a setting for individual projects in arts management. Research may be used to fulfill arts management electives only. A project proposal must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 dependent upon topic.

  
  • PALM 698 Internship in Arts Management

    Internships in arts management are practical managerial experiences in an arts setting. The internship placement must be secured and approved by program director prior to registration for PALM 698. This course may be repeated for credit. Credit(s): 1, 2, or 3

    Prerequisite(s): The internship placement must be secured and approved by program director prior to registration for PALM 698.

Performing Arts Medicine

  
  • PAM 700 Performing Arts Terminology

    This course will help the health professional to gain an understanding of the terminology and basic performance approaches in dance, including ballet, modern dance, jazz and tap; and music performance (playing of specific instruments). Credit(s): 1

  
  • PAM 702 Anatomy and Kinesiology of Performing Arts

    This course will provide health professionals and performing arts educators with a clear understanding of the anatomy and kinesiology related to specific dance maneuvers and instrumental posture and motion. Ideal posture and motion will be discussed along with common aberrant motions and postures. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite for Track I is PAM 700 . Prerequisite for Track II is PAM 701 
  
  • PAM 703 Nutrition for the Performing Artist

    This course will provide health care providers and performing arts educators with the knowledge of sound nutrition principles and how to counsel performing artists on proper nutrition to enhance performance and to limit injury. Macronutrient, vitamin, mineral and water intake will be discussed. Effects of ergogenic aids will be discussed. Disorder eating, including the female athlete triad, will be discussed. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PAM 705 Management of Performing Arts Injuries for the Health Care Professional

    This course will educate the health care provider on common dance and instrumentalist related injuries in the lower quarter, core and upper quarter and provide treatment interventions. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PAM 702 
  
  • PAM 706 Performing Arts Medicine Research Seminar

    This course will broaden the students’ understanding of evidence-based practice for performing artist educators and health care providers. For this course, each student will initiate a research project as part of the evidence based practice requirement of the program. This project will be a case study, literature review or perspectives manuscript. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): PAM 705  for Track I; PAM 707  for Track II
  
  • PAM 708 Internship in Performing Arts Medicine

    This course will help the student set up and participate in experiential learning in the field of performing arts medicine. The study will observe/practice at a site approved by the PAM program director where performing arts injury prevention, evaluation, management or clinical research is occurring. The student will submit a report on the experience to the course coordinator. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): PAM 705  for Track I and PAM 707  for Track II
  
  • PAM 709 Performing Arts Medicine Capstone

    This course reviews the materials covered throughout the certificate program followed by the student completing a comprehensive written, oral and practical examination. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): For Track I: PAM 705 , PAM 706  and PAM 708 ; for Track II: PAM 706 , PAM 707  and PAM 708 

Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine

  
  • PGPM 501 Genetic Foundations for Personalized Medicine

    This course will provide the necessary genetic
     foundations for future discussions of the genetic
     basis of Pharmacogenomics and Personalized
     Medicine. Topics covered will include a review of
     genetics and molecular biology, sources and
     effects of genetic variation, epigenetics and
     gene regulation, and single and multi-gene
     disorders and risks for diseases, including
     cancer. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PGPM 502 Genomic Data Science and Pharmacometrics

    This course covers genomic data science principles
     that include: importing, restructuring,
     sub-setting, and computational analysis of FDA
     Adverse Events Reporting System data for
     identification of genomic markers among most
     commonly reported drugs, DNA microarray data
     and/or RNA-Sequencing
    datasets of patient responders and non-responders
     to pharmacotherapy. The course also introduces
     the application of predictive modeling algorithms
     to
    assess and predict drug responders,
     non-responders, and patients at risk of
     adverse-drug reactions. Students will be exposed
     introduced to the Genome Analysis Toolkit for
     analyzing Germline and Somatic Mutations in the
     genome. In the second portion of the course, the
     following pharmacometric principles will be
     covered: Nonlinear-Mixed Effect Modeling (NLME)
     of blood drug concentration data,
     Physiologically-based Pharmacokinetic (PBPK)
     modeling, and Bayesian
    Dosing of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) data.
     Throughout the course, recent, relevant, and
     foundational publications will accompany lecture
     and guide discussions for clinical application in
     personalizing medicine. Data presented in this
     course will stem from published clinical studies
     and simulated data examples that include, but not
     limited to the following specialties: Oncology,
     Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Surgery,
     Anesthesiology, and Family/Internal Medicine. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PGPM 601 Clinical Applications Pharmacogenomics I

    This course is the first course of a two-semester sequence that covers the Clinical Pharmacogenomics Implementation Consortium and the United States Food and Drug Administration pharmacogenomic dosing recommendations for the following therapeutic areas: Anesthesia, Cardiology, Dermatology, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Hematology, and Inborn Errors of Metabolism. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): PHAR 668 and PGPM 501
  
  • PGPM 602 Pharmacogenomics Literature Evaluation

    This course introduces fundamental concepts and
     steps involved in genomic database search and
     literature analysis for application in clinical
     decision-making. The course will reinforce skills
     in utilizing appropriate literature sources,
     identifying key elements of a research design and
     critical analysis of research question,
    methodology, outcomes, statistics and clinical
     applicability of genomic literature. Credit(s): 2

  
  • PGPM 603 Ethics in Genomic Science

    This course explores the ethical and legal implications of implementing
    pharmacogenomics in patient care. Current ethical and social issues associated
    with pharmacogenomics and pharmacogenomic testing will be discussed, along
    with legal issues involving pharmacogenomic testing and the ownership of data
    and/or samples and intellectual property. Credit(s): 1

  
  • PGPM 604 Analytical Techniques - Pharmacogenomics

    This course is an introduction to analytical
    techniques used in the analysis of drugs in
    biologic samples and methods used to identify
    genetics variations in genes related to ADMET
    processes. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): PHAR-600 PHAR-608
  
  • PGPM 605 Clinical Applications of Pharmacogenomics II

    This course is the second course of a two-semester
     sequence that covers the Clinical
     Pharmacogenomics Implementation Consortium and
     the United States
    Food and Drug Administration pharmacogenomic
     dosing recommendations for the following
     therapeutic areas: Infectious Diseases,
     Neurology, Oncology, Psychiatry, Toxicology, and
     Transplantation. Further, this course introduces
     the student to interpreting genomics-based tests
     for diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of
     infectious disease. Lastly, this course covers
     somatic genomic testing of tissue biopsies and in
     relation to application of precision medicine to
    oncology. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): PHAR-668 and PGPM-501
  
  • PGPM 606 Therapeutic Antibodies

    This course will offer a deeper exploration of
     using antibodies as therapeutic agents. Topics
     include mechanisms by which the immune system
     produces antibodies and the adaptation of this
     process for the development of monoclonal
    antibodies; disease states for which these drugs
     are currently used; problems that arise with
     formulation and administration based on their
     unique characteristics; and industrial
     development of antibodies using genetic
     engineering and large-scale growth of mammalian
     cells. This course is available only to
     second-year MS in Pharmacogenomics and
     Personalized Medicine
    students. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PGPM 607 Epigenetics

    Alterations in structure and organization of
     chromosomes and other macromolecules influence
     gene expression. These physical variations can be
    attributed to DNA methylation, histone
     modifications, chromatin remodeling, and the
    association of non-coding RNA molecules. This
     course begins with a discussion of the histone
     code; chromatin associated proteins, the
     formation and maintenance of heterochromatin, and
     diseases associated therein. This is followed by
     discussions of the role of epigenetics in disease
     conditions such as tumorigenesis, the onset of
    certain types of neurological disorders, endocrine
     and cardiovascular disorders and the current
     therapies and research in this area. Credit(s): 2


Pharmacy

  
  • PHAR 500 Introduction to the Pharmacy Profession

    This course orients first professional-year student pharmacists to the evolving role of the pharmacist in the healthcare system. Students will be introduced to the attributes, attitudes and ethical standards expected of the profession. Students will expand their self-awareness of personal strengths and limitations to further their professional development. The concepts of patient-centered care, collaborative care and the pharmacist as an advocate, educator and health promoter will be explored. During this course, students will gain familiarity with a variety of pharmacy career paths. Credit(s): 1.5

  
  • PHAR 508 Pharmaceutics I (Calculations)

    Pharmaceutics I examines the system of weights and measures and the arithmetical and mathematical expertise required for the compounding, dispensing, and utilization of drugs. Basic technical aspects of dispensing drugs and medical terminology will be discussed. Classes will consist of lecture, case presentations and drill and practice (both problem sets and computer-based). This course is limited to first professional year student pharmacists. Credit(s): 2

  
  • PHAR 512 Pharmaceutics II

    Pharmaceutics II emphasizes the study of the legal, practical and scientific bases of drug products and pharmaceutical delivery systems. It presents physicochemical theories, terminology, pharmaceutical skills, and interpretation of the formulation and performance of pharmaceutical products. This course is limited to first professional year student pharmacists. Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): PHAR 508 
    Corequisite(s): PHAR 513 
  
  • PHAR 513 Pharmaceutics and Compounding (Sterile and Nonsterile) Laboratory

    This course introduces and develops skills and techniques required to formulate, evaluate and prepare compounded pharmaceutical preparations and manufactured products. Enrollment is limited to first professional year student pharmacists. Credit(s): 1

    Corequisite(s): PHAR 512 
  
  • PHAR 516 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience I

    Students will perform patient care and pharmacist functions under the direct
    supervision of the pharmacist preceptor for their introductory pharmacy practice
    experience. Students will gain a total of 140 hours of experience in a community
    pharmacy setting. This course is limited to first professional year student pharmacists. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PHAR 519 Introduction to Physical Assessment

    This is part one of a two-part sequence in which students will understand the role of the pharmacist in utilizing physical assessment in the patient care process. The course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of physical assessment needed in the practice of pharmacy. Students will be introduced to medical terminology, medical abbreviations, documentation of physical assessment findings and wellness and preventive health. Credit(s): 1

  
  • PHAR 520 Physical Assessment Lab

    This is part two of a two-part sequence in which students will actively participate in laboratory activities designed to introduce physical assessment skille=s that pertain to the practice of pharmacy and reinforce and enhance Integrated Pathophysiology course material. The laboratory will build on the Introduction to Physical Assessment course to practice and apply physical assessment skills and enhance critical thinking in patient care. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): PHAR 519 
  
  • PHAR 521 Biomedical Sciences I

    This course provides students with an overview of advanced biomedical science topics such as biochemistry, molecular biology and cell biology that will serve as a foundation for immunology, medical microbiology, pathophysiology, toxicology, pharmacogenomics, pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics as relevant to pharmacy students. This course will appraise how these biomedical processes apply to healthcare professions. This course is limited to first-year pharmacy students. Credit(s): 2

  
  • PHAR 522 Biomedical Sciences II

    This course builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in Biomedical Sciences I and explores advanced biomedical science topics such as immunology, oncology and medical microbiology that will serve as a foundation for pathophysiology, toxicology, pharmacogenomics, pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics as relevant to pharmacy students. This course will appraise how these biomedical processes apply to healthcare professions. This course is limited to first-year pharmacy students. Credit(s): 3

  
  • PHAR 533 Communications in Pharmacy Practice

    This course provides the opportunity for students to develop and apply communication skills needed to effectively interact in today’s changing healthcare environment. Students will learn how to communicate with patients and healthcare providers through development of oral and written communication skills. Students will develop an understanding of cultural issues, psychological and social challenges and healthcare disparities that affect communication with patients. Students will participate in class lectures, discussions and labs to learn needed communication, interpersonal and psychosocial skills. This course is limited to first professional-year student pharmacists. Credit(s): 2.5

  
  • PHAR 534 Essentials of Pharmacogenomics

    The rapidly emerging discipline of pharmacogenomics addresses the heritable variability in the way a person, based on their genetic makeup, responds to drugs. This course will introduce student pharmacists to topics in genetics, cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry as relevant to the field of pharmacogenomics. Additionally, student pharmacists will be introduced to some common laboratory techniques currently in use in pharmacogenomics research labs and quickly evolving topics such as economics, informatics, and policy. The course will serve as the foundation for future discussions of pharmacogenomics in the more advanced pharmacy curriculum and prepare pharmacists as key players in the future of personalized medicine. This course is limited to first professional-year student pharmacists. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): PHAR 521 
 

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